Manitowoc Skunks
Collegiate summer baseball team in Wisconsin
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The Manitowoc Skunks were an American baseball team that played in the Northwoods League, a collegiate summer baseball league. They played their home games in Manitowoc, Wisconsin.
LeagueNorthwoods League (1994-1997)
LocationManitowoc, Wisconsin
Founded1994
ColorsBlack, yellow, white[1]
| Manitowoc Skunks | |
|---|---|
| Information | |
| League | Northwoods League (1994-1997) |
| Location | Manitowoc, Wisconsin |
| Founded | 1994 |
| Colors | Black, yellow, white[1] |
History
The Skunks began play in 1994 as one of the five original franchises in the Northwoods League, along with the Rochester Honkers, Wausau Woodchucks, Kenosha Kroakers, and Dubuque Mud Puppies. In the league's inaugural season, all teams were owned by the league.[2]
After their fourth season, 1997, the Skunks franchise ceased operations.[3]
Skunks in MLB
The following is a list of former Skunks to appear in Major League Baseball.[4]
| Name | Year(s) with Skunks | MLB Debut | MLB Accolades |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jay Gibbons | 1996–97 | 2001 (Baltimore Orioles) | |
| Juan Pierre | 1996 | 2000 (Colorado Rockies) | World Series Champion (2003) |
